Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
Missouri Synod
Address
8301 Aurora Avenue
Urbandale IA 50322
Phone
515-276-1700
Adult Ministry

Congregational Care

Bringing Jesus Christ to the hurting for the first time and for a life time.

We are anticipating great things this fall as we begin our support groups and classes. If you or someone you know would benefit from one of these groups, please contact Pastor Phillips or call 276-1700 during office hours M-F 8-4 p.m.

If a need arises during other hours, please call 276-1700 and select option 5 for “pastoral care” and leave a message. A pastor will get back to you as soon as possible.

 
Prayer Ministry
At times, you may need more prayer support; therefore we have a group of people willing and able to pray for your urgent needs. We have blue prayer request cards beneath the pews in the Sanctuary. You can also submit prayer requests by calling Diane Young at 993-3870 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.; or e-mail prayer requests to Diane or fill out request cards beneath the pews in the Sanctuary.

Of course, if you need to talk to a pastor, please call the church office Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. If a need arises during other hours, please call 276-1700 and select option 5 for “pastoral care” and leave a message. A pastor will get back to you as soon as possible.
 
Stephen Ministry
People are precious and when they hurt or suffer, they deserve the best care and support we can offer. This is why we offer Stephen Ministry. The training, commitment and service make the Stephen Ministers skilled at providing care for people in need.

Need Help? If you are experiencing a challenging time, contact Pastor Phillips at 276-1700.

To find out more about Stephen Ministry, click here.
 

Pre-marriage Class
Tuesdays, September 7 to October 12 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Couples wishing to be married at Gloria Dei in the upcoming year must take a six-week pre-marriage class. For more information, please call 276-1700 during office hours M-F 8-4 p.m.

Click here to register

 

Care Night
Thursdays,, Sept. 9 through Nov. 11 from 6:00 to 8 p.m.
Our support groups are designed to help people who are facing difficult situations. If you are hurting, grieving or need extra support, join us for a comforting evening on Thursdays at 6 p.m. for a warm meal and support groups. The individual support groups meet at 6:30 p.m. and conclude at 8 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Phillips at 278-5544, ext. 204.

Click here to register

Weekly Support Groups
DivorceCare Support Group
DivorceCare is a 10-week program for people who are experiencing the pain of divorce. Register today

DivorceCare4Kids
DivorceCare4Kids is a five-week program to help children whose parents are going through a divorce.

Grief Share
GriefShare is a 10-week program, designed to help those who have suffered the death of a close friend or relative. Register today

Stepping Stones
Children need to process and understand the grieving process. This 5-week course will assist children who have lost a friend or relative.

Midweek Meals
Thursdays at 6 p.m.
We hope our mid-week meals will provide a respite from your busy fall schedule.
Free-will offering.
Served on Thursday evenings when support groups are in session.

Sept. 9 - Grilled Hamburgers
Sept. 16 - Pork Chops
Sept. 23 - Grilled Chicken
Sept. 30 - Spanish Rice/Enchiladas

 
Additional Care Night Sessions
Take Control of Your Health and Fitness

Join us for one or all of the Thursday sessions from 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Participants are invited to join us for dinner before each session.)

Sept. 9: “Control or Avoid Heart Disease”
Sept. 16: “Physical Activity to Avoid or Control Heart Disease”
Oct. 7: “Improving My Overall Diet and Nutrition”
Oct. 14: “Improving My Overall Physical Activity”
Nov. 4: “Control or Avoid Diabetes”
Nov. 11: “Physical Activity to Avoid or Control Diabetes”
 

Surviving the Holidays
Thursday, Nov. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Couples wishing to be married at Gloria Dei in the upcoming year must take a six-week pre-marriage class. For more information, please call 276-1700 during office hours M-F 8-4 p.m.

Click here to register

 

 

Worship
Saturday Evenings
Family Life Center
5:30 p.m. Northwind Contemporary

Worship
Sunday Mornings

Sanctuary
7:45 Traditional
9:00 Traditional
10:30 Infusion
Family Life Center
9:00 H3 Family Service

Calendar
Online calendar

Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8:00-4:00 pm

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